Facing Xun Wang's attempt to force her to abdicate, Empress Luo Ziyan, who was seated in the middle, merely smiled indifferently and replied, "Xun Wang is right. How can today's Husband Selection Ceremony end so hastily? Unfortunately, many of the candidates recommended by your family were unable to open our clan's secret treasure. It is clear that they are not the chosen ones."
The moment she said this, the officials became silent. Everyone was puzzled. It seemed that the empress still had a backup plan, but they didn't know what to do next.
Lord Xun and Luo Ruijia also exchanged glances. Both of them had their own thoughts and pretended to be confused.
Luo Ziyan saw that the time was right and said, "Since today is my Husband Selection Ceremony, we must not exclude the nobles of the dynasty. Although there are some people who left their names on the stone tablet of the Heavenly Path, they might still have potential. We cannot judge them by their cultivation alone. "
"What does Your Majesty mean?" Lord Xun felt that Luo Ziyan was implying something, so he asked directly.
"Every noble cultivator present, as long as they are not married and have a good character, will have a chance to try," Luo Ziyan said with a smile.
The moment she said this, the Imperial Court immediately exploded. This was an excellent opportunity that fell from the sky. At this time, it didn't matter if they were ranked or had battle achievements. As long as they were a noble of the dynasty, it was fine.
There were no less than a few hundred noble cultivators in the Asura Dynasty, and nearly half of them had Dao companions. However, there were still more than half of them left. How could they give up on such an opportunity?
In the Great Hall, no matter how much power and influence the Honorable King had, it was impossible for him to stop this matter by himself. If he really did so, it would definitely chill the hearts of everyone. In the future, without the support of the aristocratic faction in the Imperial Court, it would definitely be difficult for him to stand alone.
However, Lord Xun obviously didn't want to give up so easily. He turned around and asked, "If all the nobles present are unable to open the Asura Destiny Chart, what does Your Majesty plan to do?"
Luo Ziyan had already expected this. She said calmly, "Since I said that I will use this method to select my husband, I will not change my words. However, if it is not possible today, I will use this method again in the next Imperial Court. At that time, every noble cultivator participating in the Imperial Court can try again as long as they meet the requirements. "
Hearing this, someone below took the lead and shouted, "Your Majesty is wise!" Following which, the Asura nobles all around echoed in unison.
At this point, it was inconvenient for Xun Wang to say anything to stop them. He only said indifferently, "Then let's begin."
Soon after, a group of female attendants lined up and began to register the cultivators who were qualified to be selected. After their identities were verified, they were allowed to step forward and attempt to activate the Astrology Wheel.
However, many of these nobles were unable to cultivate the Asura Clan's Dharma Body to the Mastery Realm, and many of them were unable to even cultivate the Third Head. However, because of the Empress's order, these people also mustered up their courage and rushed forward to try.
This time, even the previously withdrawn Shui Cangyue was forced to participate. Moreover, his strength was so outstanding that he was able to shine his divination wheel onto the Asura Heavenly Life Chart, nearly opening the first page of the jade book. However, after ten breaths of time, cold sweat seeped out of Shui Cangyue's forehead. He faintly felt that his strength was falling short of his desire. After a while, he said, "I give up."
However, after he withdrew, his mouth moved a few words. It seemed that he was privately transmitting to Qiao Yongjun and the others. The latter's face immediately revealed a look of understanding.
Shui Cangyue's actions naturally couldn't be hidden from Xun Wang. After watching for so long, he naturally saw through it. It was likely that no one present would be able to open the Asura Heavenly Life Chart. The key was likely to be a matter of cultivation.
After everyone had tried, Xun Wang revealed a displeased expression and coldly said, "Your Majesty, I reckon that even this King's avatar might not be able to open this thing, right?"
This question naturally turned the spearhead back to Luo Ziyan. If there were any discrepancies in her answer, it would inevitably affect the Empress' prestige. Luo Ziyan thought for a moment before smiling and replying, "Xun Wang's words are too serious. However, in my opinion, not everyone has tried it. The Imperial Bodyguards and the military officials with titles can also give it a try."
With a clap of his hand, the Imperial Bodyguard Chief Steward led several people out from the back of the hall. After cupping his hands towards the three people seated at the top, he stepped forward in order to give it a try.
Xun Wang's gaze swept over these people. His gaze fell on an extremely unfamiliar face at the end of the line. However, after his gaze swept over this person, he couldn't shift his gaze away. At the same time, Luo Ruijia seemed to have discovered some clues. After sizing him up, he transmitted his voice, "Boy, I recognize you. I didn't expect you to be the Imperial Bodyguard Chief Steward."
Walking at the end of the line was Yi Tian, who was dressed in green robes. After meeting Luo Ruijia's gaze, Yi Tian's lips moved as he transmitted his voice back, "Fellow Luo Ruijia has recovered quite well. It seems that my prescription is quite effective."
Luo Ruijia's expression changed slightly. After a while, he replied, "Boy, don't take it for granted. You can do it once, but you want to do it three times. You actually took a fancy to my spiritual vein beast blood."
"Fellow Daoist, please forgive me. At that time, I was forced by the situation. After this, I will definitely pay you a visit to apologize." Yi Tian was unwilling to argue with him over this matter. In any case, taking a step back would allow him to have a better view of the world.
Ever since Yi Tian followed the large group into the main hall, quite a few people had already recognized him. Speaking of which, he had suddenly disappeared in the Asura Realm a hundred years ago, and his reappearance today was still up for debate.
As for Luo Yao, Qiao Yongjun and the others couldn't shift their gazes away after sizing him up. Although Yi Tian had restrained his aura and seemed to only retain the cultivation of the early stage of the Spirit Severing stage, they had experienced his strength in the past and were clear about it.
Now that they met again, they could feel the invisible pressure was no less than facing Prince Wei. Although they didn't say it out loud, they already had some suspicions in their hearts.
As for Hao Ren and Duan Xiaolou, they were old acquaintances. After everyone greeted each other, they began to watch carefully.
As for Xun Wang, who was sitting at the top, he narrowed his eyes and looked carefully. Then, he couldn't help but say, "Your Majesty is really scheming. I'm old, so I will focus on guarding the realm gate. From now on, all the important matters of the imperial court will be managed by Your Majesty."
Unexpectedly, Xun Wang, who had great power in the imperial court, actually said such a thing in the imperial court. This could be understood as him handing over all his power. The variable that could make him make such a decision must be among these imperial guards.
It was just that ordinary people naturally couldn't see the clues. As the imperial guards tried one by one, Yi Tian, who was at the end of the line, slowly walked forward. He didn't show the Asura Dharma Body, but a golden mark flashed on his forehead. Then, he reached out and took the astrology wheel in his left hand. He gently divided the spiritual power in his hand into 6 and injected it into the spiritual weapon.
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